Setup

Install Playwright

Install Playwright with npm, browser binaries, generated starter files, and verification commands for a working local setup.

Prerequisites

  • Node.js installed.
  • A project folder.
  • Terminal access.
  • Basic JavaScript or TypeScript familiarity.

Installation Command

npm init playwright@latest

What Gets Installed

  • Playwright Test runner.
  • Browser automation package.
  • Example tests.
  • playwright.config file.
  • Browser binaries when selected or installed separately.

Verify Setup

npx playwright test
npx playwright show-report

Common Setup Errors

  • Node version is too old.
  • Browsers were not installed.
  • Command is run outside the project folder.
  • Corporate proxy blocks browser download.
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